Job Posting Title

Papa Mele Educational Assistant, Hoomakaikai

Employee Type

Temporary Seasonal (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)

Recruiting Start Date

11-03-2025

Job Exempt?

No

Recruiting End Date

Open Until Filled

Aloha mai!  Mahalo for your interest in Kamehameha Schools.  If you are looking for an opportunity to utilize your skills and talents and grow in your profession, while serving and strengthening our Native Hawaiian community, we would love to have you join our ʻohana!

Kamehameha Schools is searching for Enrichment Assistants to support our Ho’omāka’ika’i Summer Program! This program hosts 5 week-long overnight sessions for rising 6th graders to support connecting with and exploring Hawaiian culture. We are seeking a specialized Educational Assistant to guide participants in Papa Mele (song and dance) throughout the program. This role involves using musical skills, such as playing an instrument, singing, and demonstrating hula motions to instruct Hoʻomākaʻikaʻi mele and ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi to students. Collaboration with program staff is essential to coordinate lesson plans that deepen students' cultural immersion in ʻike kupuna. Additionally, this educational assistant will guide students in preparing a final performance that combines vocal elements with hula movements, showcasing their learning and progress. 

  

Hire Dates: March 2 (Monday) - July 17 (Friday)  

• Weekly Training: March 2 -  June 6  
• Program Dates: June 7 - July 10  
• Closeout: July 13 - July 17 

  

Learn more about the program here:  https://www.ksbe.edu/education/kapalama/halau-kukalaulama/hoomakaikai 

Job Summary

Provides assistance to the staff in implementing the Program’s goals and objectives.  Provides instructional support and assistance to program instructors during lessons, activities, and rehearsals.  Supervises and assists students in reviewing lessons and preparing for closing performance.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assists the program instructors in the instruction of the program lessons by aiding and supervising program participants during program lessons, activities, and rehearsals. May instruct students to provide additional instructional time or reinforcement/review of lessons, etc.
• Assists program instructors to administer evaluation tools to measure program impact.   Assists students in reviewing program lessons and preparing for closing performance.
• May provide supervision to student aides in the absence of program instructors.  Provides feedback to program coordinator on the evaluation of student aides.

Position Requirements

Minimum Qualifications - An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for the requirements listed.

• Associates Degree in Education, Counseling, or a directly related field.
• Minimum one (1) year experience in a directly related area.

• Ability to work effectively with students and staff.

• Ability to use good human relations and communication skills.

• Demonstrated knowledge in Program-specific area.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to follow instructions and perform requested tasks.
• Previous experience working with elementary age students.
• Previous working experience in the Performing Arts Academy desirable.
• Certified in first aid and water safety desirable.
• Possess a valid Drivers License.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently sit, perform desk based computer tasks and grasp light/fine manipulation.
• Occasionally stand/walk, write by hand, and lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
• Rarely twist/bend/stoop/squat, kneel, crawl, climb, reach/work about shoulder, grasp forcefully.

Working Conditions

• Work is conducted in an office environment but the purpose of the work may require work to be conducted in non-standard workplaces.
• Work is typically conducted Monday through Friday between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. but evening and weekend hours may be required to meet goals and objectives.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, duties and skills required. The incumbent may be expected to perform other duties as assigned.

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.  Please contact us at hr@ksbe.edu or 808-534-8040 if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job.  Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

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Work Year

Pay Range

26.40 Hourly

Compensation and Benefits

At Kamehameha Schools (KS), we recognize that compensation is just one facet of a fulfilling employment experience. Our commitment lies in fostering a positive work environment and equipping employees with the necessary resources to excel every day. Our Total Rewards Program embodies KS's dedication to the physical, mental, and financial well-being of our employee ʻohana. Explore our comprehensive Benefits Summary for more information.

Primary Location

Kapalama Campus

City, State

Honolulu, Hawaii

Additional Locations